Vermont

Wedding Officiant and Ceremonial Minister Ordination

Performing A MarriageCeremony In Vermont?

Your complete ceremonial minister credentials package for Vermont includes all of the documents you'll need to legally perform all of life's celebrations, including weddings, baby blessings (baptism), house blessings, re-commitment ceremonies (vow renewal), memorials (funerals), handfasting and other ceremonies.
Ordination through First Nation as a Wedding Officiant and ceremonial minister complies with all Vermont laws and is valid and accepted throughout the state and everywhere around the world!

The laws of the State of Vermont require non-resident ministers* to file their credentials with the probate court of the district within which the marriage is to take place prior to performing a ceremony anywhere in the state. You must hold a current and valid minister's license to perform such rites; in addition, you must present your credentials to any state or local authority and/or the bridal couple upon their request.

In Vermont, ordination or investment by the Church gives each clergy member the authority to perform the marriage rite.
You are not required to undergo any specific formal training to become ordained in Vermont.

Not a resident of Vermont? Legally ordained non-resident ministers are allowed to serve in Vermont, but must register with the probate court of the district within which the marriage is to take place prior to performing a ceremony. All required forms are included with your ordination. Additionally, if you request complete ordination, you will also be permitted to serve in your home state.

Registration Fee: The current registration fee is $32 for comprehensive (complete) ordination that is accepted in Vermont, as well as most other states and local jurisdictions (two-year licensing term). All state-required forms and documents are included.

Please Note: Basic-level (one day, or single ceremony) ordination is valid and accepted in Vermont for resident and non-resident ministers. (Non-resident ministers must register with the probate court of the district within which the marriage is to take place prior to performing a ceremony in Vermont.)

* — Ceremonial ministers permanently residing in Vermont are exempt from this requirement.

Get Ordained In Vermont:

STEP 1:

Please enter the full, legal name of the person being ordained as it should appear on the documents.

OFFICIANT'S NAME:

Did you spell the name correctly? Are you 100% sure? (Just checking!) Are you a doctor, or do you hold a professional title? If you prefer, you may enter your name as "Dr. Jean Smith" or "Robert Jones, Ph.D."

STEP 2:

Each ordination level complies with all Vermont laws and is accepted throughout the state for residents and non-residents. Prices shown is US dollars (US$).

Vermont Ordination Package:

Single-Ceremony Vermont Basic Ordination Package $10.95

Includes personalized ordination certificate, Vermont marriage law guide and all forms and documents required to perform one marriage ceremony anywhere in Vermont.

Five-Year Complete Vermont Ordination Package $28 (Best Value)

Includes personalized ordination certificate, letter of good standing and minister credential ID card, plus Vermont marriage law guide and all required forms and documents. Complete ordination permits you to perform an unlimited number of ceremonies in Vermont and most other locations without restriction. To view document samples, please click here.

PLEASE SELECT ONE OPTION:

YES. I am a current resident of Vermont.

NO. I am NOT a current resident of Vermont.

Non-resident ministers must register in Vermont prior to performing a ceremony anywhere in the state. All necessary forms and documents are included with your ordination.

Not a resident of Vermont? Not a problem! Upon registering, you are permitted to perform ceremonies in Vermont without restriction.

STEP 3 (OPTIONAL):

FAST DOCUMENT DELIVERY! In a rush? Order a PDF* copy of your key ordination documents for only $6.95. PDF copies are sent via Hightail generally within one business day.
(You will also receive the complete set of printed personalized documents via your preferred shipping method.)

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